Ways to Stick to Those New Year's Resolutions.

• Position: MIND & BODY

"Many people start the year off with every good intention to stick to a New Year's resolution, but within weeks begin to taper off or peter out entirely," says psychotherapist Teralyn Sell. "This is likely because they take on too much at once and become overwhelmed, and also because their brain health hasn't been prioritized to maintain motivation from a neurochemical perspective."

Here are Sell's top tips on how to stick to your New Year's resolutions:

Start small. "Focus on one small goal and build from there. For instance, if you want to improve your movement, pick a time of day that you are less likely to avoid doing it. Also, if you are already moving, start by doing a little something more than you did before. A microgoal, instead of a huge goal, is less likely to lead to a big letdown."

Choose achievable goals. "Incorporate a goal of learning something new. For instance, if you have a goal to lose weight, instead of focusing on the scale, focus on...